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1. Hagia Sophia
9.7
4.7/5
2,996 reviews
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TonkarnIn 2024, hakia sophia used to be free of charge. But now it cost 25 eur. However, the place full of history and interesting thing inside. Avoid long waiting line by purchasing on line.Istanbul
457m from downtown
From 9216.2
2. Basilica Cistern
9.3
4.5/5
922 reviews
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JasminelcfVery easy and instantly confirm. You can buy when you like to enter since it is not refundable. No queue and just show the QR code to enter. Very good!Istanbul
355m from downtown
From 9891.07
3. Historic Areas of Istanbul
8.9
4.6/5
153 reviewsHistoric buildings
Travel JuriVery nice, especially love the cats that are everywhere! 🐈🐈⬛Istanbul
144m from downtown
Free entry
4. Topkapi Palace
8.7
4.4/5
697 reviews2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
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Iuliia RubanОооочень удобно. Оплатил в любое время, не стоишь в бесконечных очередях. Встретили , провели и гуляй самостоятельно! Просто супер!Istanbul
880m from downtown
From 17105.29
5. Dolmabahce Palace
8.4
4.7/5
464 reviews
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Istanbul
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TonkarnAbsolutely stunning. Really nice palace. However, the rntrance fee was quite expensive. Recommended. Avoid long ticket queue by purchasimg online ticket via trip.comIstanbul
4.3km from downtown
From 13019.48
6. Bosphorus
8.4
4.7/5
800 reviews2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
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极个别同学-The location was easy to find; just follow the GPS. The signs were large and prominent.
We didn't request a hotel pick-up and found the ship easily on our own. We showed our QR code, and they let us board. A staff member verified our names and led us to our seats. Everything went very smoothly.
On the ship, we saw the Bosphorus Strait at night, a very novel experience. We also enjoyed local food and watched local performances.
People from different countries and regions blended together through dance.
The service staff were excellent. They were quick to change our meals and refill our water. The tablecloths were clean, the toilets were spotless, the floors weren't greasy, and there were no unpleasant smells on the ship. A very good experience!Istanbul
3.2km from downtown
Free entry
7. The Blue Mosque
8.2
4.8/5
1,930 reviews2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
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Travel JuriVery impressive, especially how the light shines through the hundreds if coloured glass windows, the tranquility amidst hundreds of tourists that people use to do their prayers.Istanbul
19m from downtown
Free entry
Closes at 23:00
8. Galata Tower
8.1
4.6/5
425 reviewsNo. 5 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
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火锅美人鱼Climbing the tower offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Istanbul. The queue takes about an hour, and I started queuing around 4 PM on November 13th. I managed to catch the sunset just in time, which was quite a rare treat! Although the price was a bit steep, I felt it was worth it.Istanbul
2.3km from downtown
From 11098.14
9. Istanbul Archaeological Museums
7.4
4.5/5
177 reviewsNo. 9 of Best Things to Do in Istanbul
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_We***60Istanbul Archaeology Museum is the most important archaeological museum in Turkey and one of the most outstanding in the world. It is located in the outer courtyard of Topkapi Palace and houses more than 1 million artifacts, covering civilizations from Mesopotamia, Egypt, Anatolia, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome to Byzantium and Ottoman Empire. It is almost zero distance from the remains of ancient civilizations and can be called a "time container". #One of my favorite museumsIstanbul
758m from downtown
From 6555.43
10. Grand Bazaar
7.4
4.4/5
522 reviews
No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Istanbul
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看云的馬Istanbul's Grand Bazaar is the largest and most beautiful in Eurasia. Once you've visited, you won't want to leave. More than just a shopping paradise, it's a living museum where you can experience the legacy of the Ottoman Empire and the culture of Turkish life. Wandering through arcades shimmering with light and shadow, the clink of vendors' cries and the clatter of teaware echo in your ears—this is undoubtedly a must-visit for exploring the soul of Istanbul. Like it 👍Istanbul
959m from downtown
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